Signals & Communications Technician (Bilingual Overnight Call Desk)

The Signals and Communication (S&C) Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, testing, replacing, and repairing railway signals and communications equipment. The incumbent troubleshoots to analyze, isolate, and resolve any malfunctions. 

·       Use digital and analog multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and common electronic test instrument for the installation, maintenance, and diagnosis of equipment problems and failures

·       Troubleshoot Signals and Communications (S&C) equipment to circuit board level

·       Facilitate repair and return defective circuit cards and components through equipment vendors

·       Use computers for diagnostics in troubleshooting electronic equipment, software burning, software uploading and downloading, downloading event logs, and other functions

·       Test, inspect, and make necessary equipment repairs as per S&C and industry standard

·       Handle and document applicable CN tests and inspection reports

·       Provide field and technical support as required in managed corporate data networks and in other S&C maintenance territories

·       Acquire, apply, and comply with Railway Operating Rules, Safety Rules and Policies, S&C requirements and code of practices

·       Become familiar with S&C circuit drawings and standards

·       Must be able to work in a combination of office and outdoor environment in various types of weather conditions

·       Must be available to work night shifts and weekends when necessary

·       Must be available on-call 24/7 to respond to critical incidences

·       Must be available to travel frequently (60 to 70%) alone without advance notice, which includes overnight stay often in remote and isolated areas

·       Must meet all medical fitness in order to work at heights on ladders and around heavy moving equipment

·       Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labour, including long-distance driving, lift, carry, push, and pull at least 50 pounds

·       Must be able to bend, stoop, and stand as well as climb vertical ladders, stairs, ramps, board and alight track equipment

·       Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces such as rocks for extended periods of time and for long distances, reach above shoulders, sit occasionally for long periods, occasional scaffolding and exposures to dust, fumes, and gasses

·       Must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and stress

·       Previous railroad experience*

·       Experience in performing labor in an outdoor work environment

·       Technician or Technologist Diploma in Communications or Electronics from a recognized technical college

·       Must have a valid Driver’s License

·       Applies critical thinking

·       Communicates with impact

·       Solves problems to create value

·       Identifies potential safety and security risks

·       Considers ESG principles in all operations

·       Collaborates with others and shares information

·       Demonstrates agility and drives change

·       Fluent in English and French, written and verbal

·       Ability to follow instructions and regulations

·       Must be able to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment

·       Must successfully complete criminal history check, reference check, education and Driver’s License verification

*Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

The incumbent would need to attend and pass (80% or higher) all 4 levels of the Apprenticeship Training Program (ATP).

This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.